Bock's Hawk-Cuckoo

Hierococcyx bocki

Bock's Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx bocki) is a medium-sized cuckoo found in Southeast Asia. It is known for its distinctive call, which resembles the sound of a hawk. This species has a predominantly brown plumage with a barred pattern on the underparts. It has a long tail and a slightly hooked bill, adapted for catching insects and small reptiles. Bock's Hawk-Cuckoo is often found in dense forests and wooded areas, where it forages for prey in the mid to upper canopy. It is a solitary bird and is known for its secretive nature, making it a challenging species to observe in the wild.

Habitat: Dense forests and wooded areas